Paragon Knife Oven - KM14 Pro
by Paragon
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Original Price
$5,328.00
Current Price
$4,615.20
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Paragon · Heat Treating Oven · Professional Knife Making
Paragon Knife Oven - KM14 Pro
Space-age ceramic fiber construction reaches 500°F in minutes for rapid heat treating cycles that eliminate outsourcing delays. Wavy elements mounted directly in the walls dissipate heat rapidly and extend element life significantly beyond conventional designs. Perfect for professional and hobbyist knife makers who need complete control over hardening, tempering, and annealing operations on site.
Maximum temperature2350°F
Chamber capacity1.59 cu. ft. (14" cube)
Power requirement240V single-phase
Heat-up speedReaches 500°F in minutes
What’s included
Ceramic fiber insulation
Space-age ceramic fiber construction provides rapid heat-up and cool-down cycles for production efficiency
Wall-mounted wavy elements
Long-lasting heating elements mounted directly in walls dissipate heat rapidly and extend service life
Digital controller
Precision temperature control for accurate heat treating cycles including hardening and tempering programs
Front-loading door
Convenient horizontal access for loading long blades and production batches
Technical specifications
ModelKM14 Pro
Chamber dimensions14"W × 14"D × 14"H
Chamber capacity1.59 cubic feet
Maximum temperature2350°F (Cone 10)
Insulation typeCeramic fiber
Element typeWavy elements mounted in walls
Voltage options120V or 240V available
Loading styleFront-loading horizontal door
ApplicationsHeat treating, knife making, tool steel hardening, ceramics, jewelry, glass
Country of manufactureMade in USA
Optional accessories
Gas inlet for atmosphere control
Introduces controlled atmosphere during heat treating to prevent oxidation and decarburization on blade surfaces
Solid state relay (SSR)
Upgrade to silent, maintenance-free switching with no moving parts for extended controller lifespan
Kiln furniture kit
Shelves and posts for stacking multiple blades or parts in a single firing cycle
Type S thermocouple replacement
Spare precision thermocouple for high-temperature accuracy and quick replacement if needed
Emergency parts kit
Critical replacement components including elements, relays, and thermocouple to minimize downtime
Power interrupt module
Automatically shuts down the kiln during power failures to protect your firing and equipment
Controller upgrade
Genesis Touchscreen — Bartlett InstrumentsRecommended
The Genesis replaces the standard controller with a full-color touchscreen interface that stores unlimited custom heat treating programs with precision ramp/hold segments for hardening, tempering, and annealing cycles specific to each steel type.
- Large color touchscreen replaces buttons and displays for intuitive programming
- Store unlimited custom programs for different steel types (1095, O1, W2, 52100, Damascus, etc.)
- Precision ramp and hold segments for multi-step heat treating sequences
- Real-time temperature graphing shows exact heating and cooling curves
- Delay start and alarm notifications for unattended operation
- USB data logging downloads firing records for quality control documentation
Common questions
What types of steel can I heat treat in the KM14 Pro?
The KM14 Pro reaches 2350°F, which covers virtually all knife steels including high-carbon steels (1095, 1084, 5160), tool steels (O1, A2, D2), air-hardening steels (AEB-L, 440C), and Damascus. It handles hardening, tempering, annealing, and normalizing cycles. For specialty powder metallurgy steels requiring temperatures above 2100°F (like CPM-154 or S30V), this oven provides adequate headroom with excellent temperature uniformity.
Do I need the gas inlet for atmosphere control?
The gas inlet is optional but highly recommended for professional work. Without atmosphere control, blades will develop scale and some surface decarburization during hardening. The gas inlet allows you to introduce argon, nitrogen, or other inert gases to create a protective atmosphere that prevents oxidation and maintains surface carbon content. Hobbyists often heat treat without atmosphere and then grind away the scale; professionals typically use atmosphere control for production efficiency and superior edge quality.
What controller comes standard, and can I program multi-step heat treating cycles?
The KM14 Pro includes a digital controller capable of precise temperature control and programmable ramp/hold segments. You can create multi-step programs for processes like normalizing (heat to 1600°F, hold, cool), hardening (ramp to critical temperature, soak, quench), and tempering (controlled ramp to 400°F, hold for 2 hours). The optional Genesis touchscreen upgrade adds unlimited program storage, color graphing, and USB data logging if you're running production batches with documented quality control requirements.
How does the KM14 Pro compare to other Paragon knife ovens?
The KM14 Pro offers a 14" cube chamber (1.59 cu. ft.) suitable for batches of smaller blades or individual large blades up to about 12" long placed diagonally. Paragon's smaller models work for pocket knives and short blades, while larger models accommodate production batches or long swords. The "Pro" designation indicates wall-mounted wavy elements and ceramic fiber construction for faster heat-up than brick-lined models. If you're making kitchen knives, camp knives, or tactical folders in small to medium batches, the KM14 Pro hits the sweet spot for capacity and heat-up speed.
Is this warranty valid if I buy from any seller?
No. Paragon's warranty is only valid through authorized dealers like Peach State Pottery. Purchasing from unauthorized sellers (including many online marketplaces) voids your warranty coverage entirely. You must register your oven within 30 days of delivery and provide proof of purchase from an authorized dealer. As an authorized Paragon dealer in Atlanta, we handle warranty registration, provide factory-trained support, and stock genuine Paragon replacement parts.
Not sure if the KM14 Pro is the right oven for your knife making operation?
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